Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cogniauxii
ID:
246842

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Linden

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Orchidées 5: 125. 1894 Lindenia, 10: 27, pl. 444. 1894

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246174



Common Names

  • Cogniaux's Mormodes
  • Cogniaux's Indian Mulberry
  • Cogniaux's Beach Mulberry


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Description

Mormodes cogniauxii (also called 'Cogniaux's Mormodes', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in wet and dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas, from sea level to elevations of 1,200 m. It has a robust stem and large, leathery leaves. The flowers are yellowish-green with a red lip.

Uses & Benefits

Mormodes cogniauxii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mormodes cogniauxii is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mormodes cogniauxii is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Mormodes cogniauxii

Mormodes cogniauxii is found in tropical regions of Central America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Mormodes cogniauxii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mormodes cogniauxii?

Mormodes cogniauxii

What is the common name of Mormodes cogniauxii?

Cogniaux's mormodes

Where is Mormodes cogniauxii native to?

Mexico

Species in the Mormodes genus

Mormodes andicola, Mormodes andreettae, Mormodes aromatica, Mormodes atropurpurea, Mormodes aurantiaca, Mormodes aurea, Mormodes auriculata, Mormodes badia, Mormodes buccinator, Mormodes calceolata, Mormodes carnevaliana, Mormodes cartonii, Mormodes castroi, Mormodes chrysantha, Mormodes claesiana, Mormodes cogniauxii, Mormodes colossus, Mormodes convolutum, Mormodes cozticxochitl, Mormodes cucumerina, Mormodes dasilvae, Mormodes dayana, Mormodes densiflora, Mormodes elegans, Mormodes ephippilabia, Mormodes escobarii, Mormodes estradae, Mormodes fractiflexa, Mormodes frymirei, Mormodes guentheriana, Mormodes hoehnei, Mormodes hookeri, Mormodes horichii, Mormodes ignea, Mormodes issanensis, Mormodes lancilabris, Mormodes lawrenceana, Mormodes lineata, Mormodes lobulata, Mormodes luxata, Mormodes maculata, Mormodes mejiae, Mormodes morenoi, Mormodes nagelii, Mormodes oberlanderiana, Mormodes oceloteoides, Mormodes oestlundianum, Mormodes orinocoensis, Mormodes pabstiana, Mormodes paraensis,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-130011: Based on the initial data import
Lucien Linden (1853-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Linden' in the authors string.